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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM03 OLVMOT history

LM03 OLV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

LM03 OLV black 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 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
111,840 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 OLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 OLV was last recorded at 111,840 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 1,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,077 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,763 miles
Average per year
4,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,840 miles
  • 2021 – 110,077 miles
  • 2020 – 108,701 miles
  • 2019 – 107,254 miles
  • 2018 – 105,376 miles
  • 2017 – 104,725 miles
  • 2016 – 104,508 miles
  • 2015 – 102,041 miles
  • 2014 – 100,609 miles
  • 2013 – 86,025 miles
  • 2012 – 81,544 miles
  • 2011 – 76,968 miles
  • 2010 – 71,894 miles
  • 2009 – 65,861 miles
  • 2008 – 58,359 miles
  • 2007 – 51,788 miles
  • 2006 – 43,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,840 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front outer shock absorber casing rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,840 miles (+1,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,840 miles
    Test number
    446593112450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,077 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,077 miles
    Test number
    825274069052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer shock absorber casing rusty
    • AdvisoryLight damage to front and rear passenger side doors

  3. Fail110,075 miles (+1,374)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,075 miles
    Test number
    770291154905
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (inner faces) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer shock absorber casing rusty
    • AdvisorySlight damage to passenger and passenger rear door

  4. Pass108,701 miles (+1,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,701 miles
    Test number
    860335999549
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear wheels advise taking wheels off to check inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,254 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,254 miles
    Test number
    751192805721
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail107,254 miles (+1,878)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,254 miles
    Test number
    705697551238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass105,376 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,376 miles
    Test number
    805293634525
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  8. Fail105,354 miles (+629)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,354 miles
    Test number
    605625857798
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  9. Pass104,725 miles (+217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    104,725 miles
    Test number
    403595689489
    • 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)

  10. Pass104,508 miles (+2,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,508 miles
    Test number
    517618815323
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside Front (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass102,041 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,041 miles
    Test number
    887425808619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,609 miles (+14,584)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,609 miles
    Test number
    707325934305
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on outer edge.
    • NoteOff side front tyre perishing on outer side walls.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear inner pads worn low.

  13. Pass86,025 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    86,025 miles
    Test number
    606272593181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,544 miles (+4,576)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,544 miles
    Test number
    976718992109
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear inner lamps as condensation
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear axle bearing noisey

  15. Pass76,968 miles (+5,074)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,968 miles
    Test number
    688003601288
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wishbone bush
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wishbone bush

  16. Pass71,894 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,894 miles
    Test number
    260999100231
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront exhaust mtg corrision
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  17. Fail71,894 miles (+6,033)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,894 miles
    Test number
    850819200249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront exhaust mtg corrision
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  18. Pass65,861 miles (+7,502)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,861 miles
    Test number
    300155719274
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass58,359 miles (+6,571)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,359 miles
    Test number
    702460598120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass51,788 miles (+8,727)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,788 miles
    Test number
    114232397101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,061 miles
    Test number
    174991896154
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 OLV

Does LM03 OLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 OLV expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 OLV?
The MOT on LM03 OLV expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 OLV done?
LM03 OLV was recorded at 111,840 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022, an average of 4,259 miles a year.
Has LM03 OLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 OLV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 OLV 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 OLV find?
LM03 OLV passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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