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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM03 XKXMOT history

LM03 XKX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 125,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LM03 XKX silver 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 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
125,765 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 XKX was last recorded at 125,765 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,765 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,765 miles
  • 2025 – 122,682 miles
  • 2024 – 118,021 miles
  • 2023 – 109,552 miles
  • 2022 – 103,086 miles
  • 2021 – 96,961 miles
  • 2019 – 90,484 miles
  • 2018 – 79,690 miles
  • 2017 – 69,668 miles
  • 2016 – 63,486 miles
  • 2015 – 57,133 miles
  • 2014 – 50,817 miles
  • 2013 – 44,234 miles
  • 2012 – 39,465 miles
  • 2011 – 35,980 miles
  • 2010 – 31,651 miles
  • 2009 – 26,784 miles
  • 2008 – 21,789 miles
  • 2007 – 18,598 miles
  • 2006 – 13,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,765 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSIONRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,765 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    125,765 miles
    Test number
    139767614620
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,765 miles (+3,083)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,765 miles
    Test number
    820737121173
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,682 miles (+4,661)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    794118888534
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass118,021 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,021 miles
    Test number
    279471289678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main beam bulb fitted wrong
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail118,021 miles (+8,469)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,021 miles
    Test number
    121650453409
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box to middle joint leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main beam bulb fitted wrong
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass109,552 miles (+6,466)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,552 miles
    Test number
    542489819015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass103,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    895663579628
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x4 brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothfront (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,086 miles (+6,125)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    978564870929
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system both front to rears failed on brake test (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x4 brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothfront (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,961 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,961 miles
    Test number
    973405059325
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail96,961 miles (+6,477)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,961 miles
    Test number
    111217342554
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,484 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,484 miles
    Test number
    473908093641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Couldnt check Seat Belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail90,482 miles (+10,792)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,482 miles
    Test number
    743407662432
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Couldnt check Seat Belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,690 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,690 miles
    Test number
    835780191099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail79,687 miles (+10,019)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,687 miles
    Test number
    850200487765
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass69,668 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,668 miles
    Test number
    143719614271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on the inside
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail69,668 miles (+6,182)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,668 miles
    Test number
    283403711669
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on the inside
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass63,486 miles (+6,353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    111477558274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,133 miles (+6,316)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,133 miles
    Test number
    845832965187
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass50,817 miles (+4)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,817 miles
    Test number
    998234264140
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail50,813 miles (+6,579)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,813 miles
    Test number
    659453064114
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass44,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,234 miles
    Test number
    696135773122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Fail44,234 miles (+4,769)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,234 miles
    Test number
    559723773110
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass39,465 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,465 miles
    Test number
    319292162100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail39,465 miles (+3,485)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,465 miles
    Test number
    956162762194
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass35,980 miles (+4,329)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,980 miles
    Test number
    215396561165
    • NoteFront brake disc worn & lipped
    • NoteFront offside tyre outer small cut sidewall
    • NoteFront wiper blade smearing
    • NoteRear brake disc worn & lipped

  26. Pass31,651 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,651 miles
    Test number
    863529950102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,784 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,784 miles
    Test number
    561264569170
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass26,784 miles (+4,995)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    26,784 miles
    Test number
    852154669189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass21,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,789 miles
    Test number
    602306268111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail21,789 miles (+3,191)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,789 miles
    Test number
    950306268131
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass18,598 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,598 miles
    Test number
    272738177118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass13,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,424 miles
    Test number
    304375976138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM03 XKX

Does LM03 XKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 XKX is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XKX?
The MOT on LM03 XKX is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 XKX done?
LM03 XKX was recorded at 125,765 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,725 miles a year.
Has LM03 XKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XKX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 XKX 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 XKX find?
LM03 XKX passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; general corrosion; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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