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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LM03 VSMMOT history

LM03 VSM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 45,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

LM03 VSM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
45,794 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VSM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VSM was last recorded at 45,794 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,790 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,794 miles
  • 2025 – 45,596 miles
  • 2024 – 45,303 miles
  • 2023 – 44,535 miles
  • 2022 – 43,928 miles
  • 2021 – 43,092 miles
  • 2019 – 42,098 miles
  • 2018 – 41,187 miles
  • 2017 – 40,093 miles
  • 2016 – 35,899 miles
  • 2015 – 33,934 miles
  • 2014 – 32,455 miles
  • 2013 – 30,468 miles
  • 2012 – 28,463 miles
  • 2011 – 26,515 miles
  • 2010 – 24,752 miles
  • 2009 – 22,628 miles
  • 2008 – 20,558 miles
  • 2007 – 18,501 miles
  • 2006 – 15,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,794 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,794 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    45,794 miles
    Test number
    989805969234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail45,790 miles (+194)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,790 miles
    Test number
    919175428826
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass45,596 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    45,596 miles
    Test number
    909137410806
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass45,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,303 miles
    Test number
    200700078284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail45,303 miles (+768)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,303 miles
    Test number
    724504755988
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass44,535 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    44,535 miles
    Test number
    154383012647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,928 miles (+836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    43,928 miles
    Test number
    547660743044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass43,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    546305240478
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail43,092 miles (+994)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    259568399505
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass42,098 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,098 miles
    Test number
    275370201810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,187 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,187 miles
    Test number
    712807608933
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap rubber starting to split

  12. Fail41,187 miles (+1,094)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,187 miles
    Test number
    405313262943
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap rubber starting to split

  13. Pass40,093 miles (+4,194)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    585282471299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,899 miles (+1,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,899 miles
    Test number
    860788397949
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass33,934 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    33,934 miles
    Test number
    768685255110
    • NoteCrackes in all tyres
    • NoteSplits in front lower rear bushes

  16. Fail33,934 miles (+1,479)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,934 miles
    Test number
    597835155132
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCrackes in all tyres
    • NoteSplits in front lower rear bushes

  17. Pass32,455 miles (+1,987)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,455 miles
    Test number
    329013854175
    • NoteFront number plate poor condition

  18. Pass30,468 miles (+2,005)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,468 miles
    Test number
    438956553154
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing

  19. Pass28,463 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,463 miles
    Test number
    219994942133
    • NoteFront number poor

  20. Fail28,463 miles (+1,948)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,463 miles
    Test number
    948134942136
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront number poor

  21. Pass26,515 miles (+1,763)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,515 miles
    Test number
    676517751119
    • NoteWasher bottle leaking

  22. Pass24,752 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,752 miles
    Test number
    874345550180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,628 miles (+2,070)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,628 miles
    Test number
    914026359191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,558 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,558 miles
    Test number
    270288358102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,501 miles (+3,263)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,501 miles
    Test number
    664637757197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  26. Pass15,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    15,238 miles
    Test number
    821820466052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VSM

Does LM03 VSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VSM is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VSM?
The MOT on LM03 VSM is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VSM done?
LM03 VSM was recorded at 45,794 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 1,503 miles a year.
Has LM03 VSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VSM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 VSM 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 VSM find?
LM03 VSM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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