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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM03 VGXMOT history

LM03 VGX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

LM03 VGX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
82,748 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VGX was last recorded at 82,748 miles on 13 May 2026, 1,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,266 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,482 miles
Average per year
3,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,748 miles
  • 2025 – 81,266 miles
  • 2024 – 80,738 miles
  • 2023 – 80,237 miles
  • 2021 – 79,643 miles
  • 2020 – 79,079 miles
  • 2019 – 77,314 miles
  • 2018 – 75,802 miles
  • 2017 – 74,110 miles
  • 2016 – 63,003 miles
  • 2015 – 51,270 miles
  • 2014 – 38,489 miles
  • 2013 – 29,400 miles
  • 2012 – 22,440 miles
  • 2011 – 18,290 miles
  • 2010 – 15,817 miles
  • 2009 – 11,934 miles
  • 2008 – 9,911 miles
  • 2007 – 7,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,748 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,748 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,748 miles
    Test number
    996143601076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,266 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    273441554719
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder car covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass80,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    912206105923
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,738 miles (+501)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    139341101917
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,237 miles (+594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,237 miles
    Test number
    561414939460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,643 miles (+564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    305344110256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass79,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,079 miles
    Test number
    863907084627
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes - both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail79,079 miles (+1,765)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,079 miles
    Test number
    135178912999
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cord showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes - both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,314 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    120579741350
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass75,802 miles (+1,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,802 miles
    Test number
    528032823546
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass74,110 miles (+11,107)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,110 miles
    Test number
    643508240864
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blade worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass63,003 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,003 miles
    Test number
    998551757787
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail63,002 miles (+11,732)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,002 miles
    Test number
    547157235458
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass51,270 miles (+12,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,270 miles
    Test number
    445342615152
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail38,489 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,489 miles
    Test number
    495971624146
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,489 miles (+9,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,489 miles
    Test number
    955781024117
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass29,400 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,400 miles
    Test number
    245752623189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail29,400 miles (+6,960)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,400 miles
    Test number
    716012423165
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass22,440 miles (+4,150)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,440 miles
    Test number
    567083142189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUneven wear to front tyres

  20. Pass18,290 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,290 miles
    Test number
    567111431193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,817 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,817 miles
    Test number
    230239130195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,934 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    11,934 miles
    Test number
    374932739191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,911 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    9,911 miles
    Test number
    663043648165
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail9,904 miles (+2,058)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,904 miles
    Test number
    501142248179
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass7,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    7,846 miles
    Test number
    542941047127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VGX

Does LM03 VGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VGX is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VGX?
The MOT on LM03 VGX is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VGX done?
LM03 VGX was recorded at 82,748 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 3,947 miles a year.
Has LM03 VGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VGX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 VGX 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 VGX find?
LM03 VGX passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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