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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LM03 ZHPMOT history

LM03 ZHP is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 11 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2023.

LM03 ZHP black 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 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
98,853 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 ZHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 ZHP was last recorded at 98,853 miles on 18 Jan 2023, 1,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2009: 49,580 miles, lower than 94,999 miles on 29 Jan 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,911 miles · 12 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,942 miles
Average per year
3,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,853 miles
  • 2020 – 96,911 miles
  • 2019 – 93,431 miles
  • 2018 – 84,711 miles
  • 2017 – 83,075 miles
  • 2015 – 78,350 miles
  • 2014 – 72,415 miles
  • 2013 – 68,725 miles
  • 2012 – 66,285 miles
  • 2011 – 60,944 miles
  • 2010 – 53,380 miles
  • 2009 – 49,580 miles
  • 2008 – 94,999 miles
  • 2007 – 46,986 miles
  • 2006 – 40,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,853 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,853 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,853 miles
    Test number
    423265551164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,911 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,911 miles
    Test number
    461178279522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,431 miles (+8,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,431 miles
    Test number
    972867672051
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass84,711 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,711 miles
    Test number
    485540514505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,075 miles (+4,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,075 miles
    Test number
    524050780719
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass78,350 miles (+5,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,350 miles
    Test number
    202463772496
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass72,415 miles (+3,690)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,415 miles
    Test number
    747003384275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,725 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,725 miles
    Test number
    198262023306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,285 miles (+5,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,285 miles
    Test number
    179302642226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass60,944 miles (+7,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,944 miles
    Test number
    576134601348
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  11. Pass53,380 miles (+1,587)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,380 miles
    Test number
    604476280274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,793 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,793 miles
    Test number
    114396720401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to TWI's
  13. Fail51,793 miles (+2,213)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,793 miles
    Test number
    144416120061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to TWI's
  14. Pass49,580 miles (-45,419)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,580 miles
    Test number
    674088729090
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  15. Pass94,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    94,999 miles
    Test number
    371569528046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,999 miles (+48,013)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,999 miles
    Test number
    363415428055
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass46,986 miles (+6,671)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,986 miles
    Test number
    163841017337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    981191526330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,315 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    551237116353
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 ZHP

Does LM03 ZHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 ZHP expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 ZHP?
The MOT on LM03 ZHP expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 ZHP done?
LM03 ZHP was recorded at 98,853 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2023, an average of 3,618 miles a year.
Has LM03 ZHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 ZHP has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2010.
Has the mileage on LM03 ZHP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 ZHP find?
LM03 ZHP passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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