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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM03 OVYMOT history

LM03 OVY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 214,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

LM03 OVY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
214,744 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 OVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 OVY was last recorded at 214,744 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 2,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,667 miles · 2 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,077 miles
Average per year
9,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 214,744 miles
  • 2021 – 212,667 miles
  • 2020 – 210,290 miles
  • 2019 – 205,748 miles
  • 2018 – 201,598 miles
  • 2017 – 195,031 miles
  • 2016 – 186,171 miles
  • 2015 – 176,642 miles
  • 2014 – 168,147 miles
  • 2013 – 164,858 miles
  • 2012 – 152,179 miles
  • 2011 – 139,519 miles
  • 2010 – 127,077 miles
  • 2009 – 113,757 miles
  • 2008 – 97,306 miles
  • 2007 – 81,760 miles
  • 2006 – 64,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,744 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside reverse lamp inoperative.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass214,744 miles (+2,077)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    214,744 miles
    Test number
    400057944524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass212,667 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    212,667 miles
    Test number
    621953296331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated near excessive. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearing excessive. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth registration lamps have little output (light intensity), near excessive.
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted (inspection)

  3. Fail212,662 miles (+2,372)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,662 miles
    Test number
    989883642449
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated near excessive. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearing excessive. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth registration lamps have little output (light intensity), near excessive.
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted (inspection)

  4. Pass210,290 miles (+4,542)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    210,290 miles
    Test number
    956401169027
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to legal limit and also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass205,748 miles (+49)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    205,748 miles
    Test number
    622666612227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearing excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearing excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect & corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill by jacking mount nearside and offside unable to fully inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid looks of poor condition advise fluid check
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel advise adjustment

  6. Fail205,699 miles (+4,101)4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,699 miles
    Test number
    841598199844
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearing excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearing excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect & corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill by jacking mount nearside and offside unable to fully inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid looks of poor condition advise fluid check
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel advise adjustment

  7. Pass201,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    201,598 miles
    Test number
    304647522155
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail201,598 miles (+6,567)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,598 miles
    Test number
    957508158565
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass195,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    195,031 miles
    Test number
    324350316072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail195,031 miles (+8,860)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,031 miles
    Test number
    204269517037
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass186,171 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    186,171 miles
    Test number
    197741968239
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail186,166 miles (+9,524)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,166 miles
    Test number
    329609096350
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass176,642 miles (+8,495)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    176,642 miles
    Test number
    149874435496
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

  14. Pass168,147 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    168,147 miles
    Test number
    475610654068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass164,858 miles (+12,679)9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    164,858 miles
    Test number
    918825553240
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine oil level on minimum.
    • NoteMinor rear differential oil leak.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass152,179 miles (+12,660)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    152,179 miles
    Test number
    738221862265
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing slightly.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass139,519 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    139,519 miles
    Test number
    909909341286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  18. Fail139,519 miles (+12,442)1 failure7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,519 miles
    Test number
    387369341295
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  19. Pass127,077 miles (+13,320)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    127,077 miles
    Test number
    914442350202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteExhaust system rattling

  20. Pass113,757 miles (+61)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    113,757 miles
    Test number
    280204269298
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs worn & some corrosion

  21. Fail113,696 miles (+16,390)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,696 miles
    Test number
    444691969237
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs worn & some corrosion

  22. Pass97,306 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    97,306 miles
    Test number
    252216868297
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres wearing/bald on outer edges(n/s just acceptable)
    • NotePlay in steering rack

  23. Fail97,304 miles (+15,544)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,304 miles
    Test number
    610896568225
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres wearing/bald on outer edges(n/s just acceptable)
    • NotePlay in steering rack

  24. Pass81,760 miles (+17,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    861348567255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass64,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    64,222 miles
    Test number
    781569566212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 OVY

Does LM03 OVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 OVY expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 OVY?
The MOT on LM03 OVY expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 OVY done?
LM03 OVY was recorded at 214,744 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 9,767 miles a year.
Has LM03 OVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 OVY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 OVY 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 OVY find?
LM03 OVY passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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