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BMW 316

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LM03 YTEMOT history

LM03 YTE is a red petrol BMW 316 first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

LM03 YTE red 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 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
123,164 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YTE was last recorded at 123,164 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 5,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,731 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
5,433 miles
Average per year
5,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,164 miles
  • 2024 – 117,731 miles
  • 2023 – 111,854 miles
  • 2022 – 106,526 miles
  • 2021 – 101,538 miles
  • 2020 – 95,372 miles
  • 2019 – 90,317 miles
  • 2018 – 85,982 miles
  • 2017 – 80,718 miles
  • 2016 – 73,364 miles
  • 2014 – 72,934 miles
  • 2013 – 69,861 miles
  • 2012 – 62,966 miles
  • 2011 – 55,379 miles
  • 2010 – 47,750 miles
  • 2009 – 40,210 miles
  • 2008 – 32,070 miles
  • 2007 – 23,831 miles
  • 2006 – 15,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,164 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,164 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    848697276829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,731 miles (+217)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,731 miles
    Test number
    158953546875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  3. Fail117,514 miles (+5,660)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,514 miles
    Test number
    334893422071
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever worn but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass111,854 miles (+234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,854 miles
    Test number
    422504524020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail111,620 miles (+5,094)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,620 miles
    Test number
    700130196915
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass106,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,526 miles
    Test number
    900356881521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,526 miles (+4,988)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,526 miles
    Test number
    674368100076
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,538 miles (+6,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,538 miles
    Test number
    640110149365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass95,372 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,372 miles
    Test number
    359704065063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise new rear brake pipe repair joined to old brake pipes [ correct joiners used]

  10. Fail95,290 miles (+4,973)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,290 miles
    Test number
    266003452181
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass90,317 miles (+4,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    90,317 miles
    Test number
    150722068546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass85,982 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,982 miles
    Test number
    991511908542
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack in it (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail85,944 miles (+5,226)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    192189122856
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack in it (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass80,718 miles (+189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,718 miles
    Test number
    682289249680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail80,529 miles (+7,165)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,529 miles
    Test number
    693341482211
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper gaiter split (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass73,364 miles (+430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,364 miles
    Test number
    736354165723
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres sidewall perished

  17. Pass72,934 miles (+3,073)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,934 miles
    Test number
    855746944303
    • NoteFront barke discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteSlight corrosion; Rear suspension arms

  18. Pass69,861 miles (+6,895)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,861 miles
    Test number
    357466263181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass62,966 miles (+7,587)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,966 miles
    Test number
    896524972181
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight adverse wear on offside rear tyre

  20. Pass55,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    788887151137
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail55,379 miles (+7,629)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    389517051186
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass47,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,750 miles
    Test number
    821163970131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,750 miles (+7,540)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,750 miles
    Test number
    111128760106
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass40,210 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,210 miles
    Test number
    221807459475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,135 miles (+8,065)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,135 miles
    Test number
    661853359136
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,070 miles (+8,239)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,070 miles
    Test number
    484693968120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,831 miles (+8,662)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,831 miles
    Test number
    204276157189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,169 miles
    Test number
    492485166144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 YTE

Does LM03 YTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 YTE expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YTE?
The MOT on LM03 YTE expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 YTE done?
LM03 YTE was recorded at 123,164 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 5,629 miles a year.
Has LM03 YTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YTE has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 YTE 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 YTE find?
LM03 YTE passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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