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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM03 OEXMOT history

LM03 OEX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2024.

LM03 OEX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
147,719 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 OEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 OEX was last recorded at 147,719 miles on 24 Aug 2024, 4,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,515 miles · 26 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
4,204 miles
Average per year
7,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,719 miles
  • 2023 – 143,515 miles
  • 2022 – 134,780 miles
  • 2021 – 121,600 miles
  • 2020 – 109,094 miles
  • 2019 – 92,406 miles
  • 2017 – 89,846 miles
  • 2016 – 85,915 miles
  • 2015 – 80,865 miles
  • 2014 – 75,517 miles
  • 2013 – 71,541 miles
  • 2011 – 62,932 miles
  • 2010 – 57,937 miles
  • 2009 – 47,286 miles
  • 2008 – 35,898 miles
  • 2007 – 23,789 miles
  • 2006 – 15,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,719 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,719 miles (+4,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,719 miles
    Test number
    879647753804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    143,515 miles
    Test number
    519903190425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail143,509 miles (+8,729)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,509 miles
    Test number
    331867594662
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass134,780 miles (+13,180)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    134,780 miles
    Test number
    801423467946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing slightly perishing
    • 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 Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass121,600 miles (+12,506)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,600 miles
    Test number
    266649752988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,094 miles (+16,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,094 miles
    Test number
    667952367641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass92,406 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,406 miles
    Test number
    690413161142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,402 miles (+2,556)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,402 miles
    Test number
    518846708483
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,846 miles (+3,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    859068585004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass85,915 miles (+5,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,915 miles
    Test number
    604575432275
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  11. Pass80,865 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,865 miles
    Test number
    224524674550
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  12. Fail80,865 miles (+5,348)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,865 miles
    Test number
    624846870913
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  13. Pass75,517 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    189953204397
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail75,511 miles (+3,970)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    385663904301
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass71,541 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,541 miles
    Test number
    397076213390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,918 miles (+4,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,918 miles
    Test number
    555229553052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass62,932 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,932 miles
    Test number
    139664561223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail62,722 miles (+4,785)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,722 miles
    Test number
    279606431288
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass57,937 miles (+10,651)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,937 miles
    Test number
    802683500277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,286 miles (+11,388)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    771943739297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,898 miles
    Test number
    274681448208
    • 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)

  22. Fail35,898 miles (+12,109)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,898 miles
    Test number
    614321548222
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass23,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,789 miles
    Test number
    970984837230
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail23,789 miles (+8,119)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,789 miles
    Test number
    491703337267
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass15,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,670 miles
    Test number
    341661746439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 OEX

Does LM03 OEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 OEX expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 OEX?
The MOT on LM03 OEX expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 OEX done?
LM03 OEX was recorded at 147,719 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2024, an average of 7,341 miles a year.
Has LM03 OEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 OEX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 OEX 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 OEX find?
LM03 OEX passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides.

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