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BMW 730

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,993 cc

LM03 MTVMOT history

LM03 MTV is a silver diesel BMW 730 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 138,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2022
Mileage
138,321 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MTV was last recorded at 138,321 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 1,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2015: 124,047 miles, lower than 126,130 miles on 9 Oct 2014.

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
137,102 miles · 3 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
1,219 miles
Average per year
6,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 138,321 miles
  • 2019 – 137,102 miles
  • 2018 – 135,587 miles
  • 2016 – 130,061 miles
  • 2015 – 124,047 miles
  • 2014 – 126,130 miles
  • 2013 – 107,575 miles
  • 2012 – 98,975 miles
  • 2011 – 91,609 miles
  • 2010 – 77,134 miles
  • 2009 – 70,552 miles
  • 2008 – 61,168 miles
  • 2007 – 40,483 miles
  • 2006 – 34,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,321 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,321 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,321 miles
    Test number
    931145779631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,102 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,102 miles
    Test number
    645964611978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,587 miles (+136)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    135,587 miles
    Test number
    272521737707
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront pads appear low

  4. Fail135,451 miles (+5,390)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,451 miles
    Test number
    485257462762
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen appears to be excessively tinted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obsuring some componets

  5. Pass130,061 miles (+6,014)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,061 miles
    Test number
    860404279059
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

  6. Pass124,047 miles (-2,083)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,047 miles
    Test number
    754523085908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,130 miles (+11,732)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    126,130 miles
    Test number
    527602884284
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass114,398 miles (+6,823)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,398 miles
    Test number
    406841384235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass107,575 miles (+8,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    107,575 miles
    Test number
    238423403342
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass98,975 miles (+7,366)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,975 miles
    Test number
    986600022320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass91,609 miles (+14,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    91,609 miles
    Test number
    165816541346
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,134 miles (+6,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,134 miles
    Test number
    272008400249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass70,552 miles (+9,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,552 miles
    Test number
    174640649258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass61,168 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,168 miles
    Test number
    261277628250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,150 miles (+20,667)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,150 miles
    Test number
    581475928250
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass40,483 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,483 miles
    Test number
    670692587000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,851 miles
    Test number
    120699956128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,851 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,851 miles
    Test number
    443029656153
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LM03 MTV

Does LM03 MTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 MTV expired on 17 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MTV?
The MOT on LM03 MTV expired on 17 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 MTV done?
LM03 MTV was recorded at 138,321 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 6,698 miles a year.
Has LM03 MTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MTV has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on LM03 MTV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 MTV find?
LM03 MTV passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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