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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM03 XVGMOT history

LM03 XVG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2022.

LM03 XVG 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 11 May 2023
Mileage
83,147 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2023
Latest MOT test
12 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 XVG was last recorded at 83,147 miles on 12 May 2022, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,962 miles · 17 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
4,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,147 miles
  • 2021 – 80,962 miles
  • 2020 – 74,455 miles
  • 2018 – 69,806 miles
  • 2017 – 66,444 miles
  • 2016 – 62,623 miles
  • 2015 – 59,640 miles
  • 2014 – 55,076 miles
  • 2012 – 49,827 miles
  • 2011 – 44,059 miles
  • 2009 – 34,334 miles
  • 2008 – 25,646 miles
  • 2007 – 19,304 miles
  • 2006 – 10,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,147 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,147 miles (+2,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,147 miles
    Test number
    580781890495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,962 miles
    Test number
    525872915822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail80,961 miles (+6,506)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,961 miles
    Test number
    106238185282
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass74,455 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,455 miles
    Test number
    556011951427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,806 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,806 miles
    Test number
    619304278857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,735 miles (+3,291)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,735 miles
    Test number
    103982546019
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass66,444 miles (+3,821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,444 miles
    Test number
    815309668598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass62,623 miles (+2,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,623 miles
    Test number
    871012054019
    • Advisory** both front tyres worn on shoulders 205/55/16 **
    • Advisory** rear registration plate deteriorating **
    • AdvisoryNearside steering arm play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass59,640 miles (+4,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,640 miles
    Test number
    615267445046
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass55,076 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    239731744006
    • NoteOffside front jacking point missing
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorating

  11. Fail55,076 miles (+5,249)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    119418034072
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside front jacking point missing
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorating

  12. Pass49,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,827 miles
    Test number
    985512352259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,827 miles (+5,768)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,827 miles
    Test number
    129302152232
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass44,059 miles (+9,725)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,059 miles
    Test number
    888708721276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,334 miles
    Test number
    454641359243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail34,334 miles (+8,688)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,334 miles
    Test number
    654471559220
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass25,646 miles (+6,342)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,646 miles
    Test number
    224515528213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,304 miles (+8,850)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,304 miles
    Test number
    430057687170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,454 miles
    Test number
    783201696161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail10,454 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,454 miles
    Test number
    170011996189
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about LM03 XVG

Does LM03 XVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 XVG expired on 11 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XVG?
The MOT on LM03 XVG expired on 11 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 XVG done?
LM03 XVG was recorded at 83,147 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2022, an average of 4,590 miles a year.
Has LM03 XVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XVG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 XVG 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 XVG find?
LM03 XVG passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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