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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM03 NBNMOT history

LM03 NBN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 107,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

LM03 NBN silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
107,870 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 NBN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 NBN was last recorded at 107,870 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 5,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,274 miles · 9 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
5,596 miles
Average per year
6,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,870 miles
  • 2020 – 102,274 miles
  • 2019 – 90,549 miles
  • 2018 – 80,126 miles
  • 2017 – 71,289 miles
  • 2016 – 65,448 miles
  • 2015 – 60,292 miles
  • 2014 – 56,076 miles
  • 2013 – 52,030 miles
  • 2012 – 47,054 miles
  • 2011 – 42,169 miles
  • 2010 – 35,214 miles
  • 2009 – 28,472 miles
  • 2008 – 22,664 miles
  • 2007 – 16,746 miles
  • 2006 – 6,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,870 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,870 miles (+5,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,870 miles
    Test number
    265408397510
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,274 miles (+11,725)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,274 miles
    Test number
    696426516061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks underneath
    • AdvisoryStrong advise on offside handbrake performance low, possible adjustment needed

  3. Pass90,549 miles (+10,423)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    517736730205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance effort just passed
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp lens missing

  4. Pass80,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    682939749540
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail80,126 miles (+8,837)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    471629930935
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,289 miles
    Test number
    315652425894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,287 miles (+5,839)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,287 miles
    Test number
    649884893706
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass65,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,448 miles
    Test number
    252595884899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    936738775122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,292 miles (+4,216)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    288287665404
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Pass56,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    445768584126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail56,076 miles (+4,046)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    719768484112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass52,030 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,030 miles
    Test number
    559016483142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,054 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,054 miles
    Test number
    798343962171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,169 miles (+6,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,169 miles
    Test number
    526519921392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass35,214 miles (+6,742)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,214 miles
    Test number
    494699910333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear no plate deterioating

  17. Pass28,472 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,472 miles
    Test number
    174305099224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,664 miles
    Test number
    271366428317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,664 miles (+5,918)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,664 miles
    Test number
    694056928331
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Fail16,746 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,746 miles
    Test number
    393156827396
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass16,746 miles (+10,483)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,746 miles
    Test number
    620116627371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    6,263 miles
    Test number
    891435276162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 NBN

Does LM03 NBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 NBN expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 NBN?
The MOT on LM03 NBN expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 NBN done?
LM03 NBN was recorded at 107,870 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 6,574 miles a year.
Has LM03 NBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 NBN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LM03 NBN 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 NBN find?
LM03 NBN passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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