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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LM03 MZVMOT history

LM03 MZV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LM03 MZV silver 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 23 May 2026
Mileage
94,004 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MZV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 MZV was last recorded at 94,004 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,727 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,277 miles
Average per year
3,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,004 miles
  • 2025 – 88,727 miles
  • 2024 – 82,860 miles
  • 2023 – 82,100 miles
  • 2022 – 79,703 miles
  • 2021 – 77,219 miles
  • 2020 – 75,244 miles
  • 2019 – 72,464 miles
  • 2018 – 70,108 miles
  • 2017 – 66,493 miles
  • 2016 – 62,246 miles
  • 2015 – 54,901 miles
  • 2014 – 51,345 miles
  • 2013 – 49,912 miles
  • 2012 – 47,615 miles
  • 2011 – 44,641 miles
  • 2010 – 41,688 miles
  • 2008 – 35,055 miles
  • 2007 – 30,344 miles
  • 2006 – 25,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,004 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tread worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,004 miles (+5,277)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,004 miles
    Test number
    776711883307
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass88,727 miles (+5,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,727 miles
    Test number
    207056458162
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,860 miles (+760)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    594889454378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,100 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    890122092690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,703 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,703 miles
    Test number
    818619101498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,219 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,219 miles
    Test number
    566483856746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail77,212 miles (+1,968)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,212 miles
    Test number
    614801116653
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank to nearside rear brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank to offside brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass75,244 miles (+2,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,244 miles
    Test number
    724118497414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass72,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,464 miles
    Test number
    225617683987
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail72,464 miles (+2,356)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,464 miles
    Test number
    840581167224
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,108 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    834553786131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,493 miles (+4,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,493 miles
    Test number
    672933104377
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass62,246 miles (+7,345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,246 miles
    Test number
    300963013348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe has slight corrosion

  14. Pass54,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,901 miles
    Test number
    809898045090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,900 miles (+3,555)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,900 miles
    Test number
    799688845028
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise o/s rear tyre has small cuts in tread

  16. Pass51,345 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,345 miles
    Test number
    265412844002
    • NoteOffside front damage

  17. Fail51,327 miles (+1,415)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    339121144077
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front damage

  18. Pass49,912 miles (+2,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    317930933040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass47,615 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,615 miles
    Test number
    135680132018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,641 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,641 miles
    Test number
    567038031078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,688 miles (+6,633)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,688 miles
    Test number
    634095350058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,055 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,055 miles
    Test number
    360692478159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,993 miles (+4,649)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,993 miles
    Test number
    922160878140
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass30,344 miles (+5,205)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,344 miles
    Test number
    324522567185
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  25. Pass25,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,139 miles
    Test number
    943847876116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 MZV

Does LM03 MZV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 MZV expired on 23 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MZV?
The MOT on LM03 MZV expired on 23 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 MZV done?
LM03 MZV was recorded at 94,004 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 3,411 miles a year.
Has LM03 MZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MZV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 MZV 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 MZV find?
LM03 MZV failed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; windscreen washer not working.

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