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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LM03 WZBMOT history

LM03 WZB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 86,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2023.

LM03 WZB blue 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 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
86,253 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WZB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WZB was last recorded at 86,253 miles on 28 Feb 2023, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,103 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
3,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,253 miles
  • 2021 – 86,103 miles
  • 2019 – 82,188 miles
  • 2018 – 77,584 miles
  • 2017 – 75,173 miles
  • 2016 – 72,457 miles
  • 2015 – 69,851 miles
  • 2014 – 67,697 miles
  • 2012 – 66,202 miles
  • 2011 – 54,865 miles
  • 2010 – 43,562 miles
  • 2009 – 29,988 miles
  • 2008 – 29,891 miles
  • 2007 – 25,546 miles
  • 2006 – 21,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,253 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake 17%
  • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,253 miles (+150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    685797608176
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake 17%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  2. Pass86,103 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,103 miles
    Test number
    622715302994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,188 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,188 miles
    Test number
    754812758979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,584 miles (+2,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    412190050051
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil light on

  5. Pass75,173 miles (+2,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,173 miles
    Test number
    759976972948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass72,457 miles (+2,606)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,457 miles
    Test number
    626948972382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,851 miles (+1,129)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    576424228691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,722 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    267492155087
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front (alloy wheel too long) Valve stem
    • NoteNearside rear (alloy wheel too long) Valve stem
    • NoteOffside front Tyre (tread ripping)

  9. Fail68,722 miles (+1,025)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    675435145033
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front (alloy wheel too long) Valve stem
    • NoteNearside rear (alloy wheel too long) Valve stem
    • NoteOffside front Tyre (tread ripping)

  10. Pass67,697 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,697 miles
    Test number
    647180164069
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  11. Fail67,693 miles (+1,491)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,693 miles
    Test number
    168679854482
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass66,202 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,202 miles
    Test number
    929581162270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,607 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,607 miles
    Test number
    815623452178
    • NoteOil leak from sump gasket

  14. Fail65,604 miles (+10,739)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,604 miles
    Test number
    239403052152
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteOil leak from sump gasket

  15. Pass54,865 miles (+11,303)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,865 miles
    Test number
    869877331192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,562 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    332624250100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,557 miles (+13,569)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,557 miles
    Test number
    400072750186
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass29,988 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,988 miles
    Test number
    921935439113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,891 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,891 miles
    Test number
    924508248204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,546 miles (+4,098)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,546 miles
    Test number
    233411777432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear no. plate deteriorating

  21. Pass21,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,448 miles
    Test number
    882254986192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 WZB

Does LM03 WZB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 WZB expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WZB?
The MOT on LM03 WZB expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 WZB done?
LM03 WZB was recorded at 86,253 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2023, an average of 3,891 miles a year.
Has LM03 WZB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WZB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on LM03 WZB 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 WZB find?
LM03 WZB passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; parking brake 17%; under trays and sill covers fitted.

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