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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LR03 EFUMOT history

LR03 EFU is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LR03 EFU blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,640 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EFU was last recorded at 138,640 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,631 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
5,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,640 miles
  • 2025 – 133,783 miles
  • 2024 – 132,925 miles
  • 2022 – 78,748 miles
  • 2020 – 76,669 miles
  • 2019 – 76,562 miles
  • 2018 – 74,656 miles
  • 2017 – 73,851 miles
  • 2016 – 71,467 miles
  • 2015 – 67,758 miles
  • 2014 – 63,438 miles
  • 2013 – 58,787 miles
  • 2011 – 52,484 miles
  • 2010 – 46,727 miles
  • 2009 – 40,597 miles
  • 2008 – 34,682 miles
  • 2007 – 29,648 miles
  • 2006 – 21,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,640 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak from rocker cover gasket.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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,640 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,640 miles
    Test number
    348524357414
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rocker cover gasket.

  2. Fail138,631 miles (+4,848)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,631 miles
    Test number
    705625715833
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rocker cover gasket.

  3. Pass133,783 miles (+858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,783 miles
    Test number
    235248313977
    • AdvisoryRust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items

  4. Pass132,925 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,925 miles
    Test number
    212189293751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items

  5. Fail132,925 miles1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,925 miles
    Test number
    918518603504
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items

  6. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    853788859575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Pass78,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,748 miles
    Test number
    101895938916
    • AdvisoryFront lower arms rear bushes starting to split

  8. Fail78,747 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    512296524051
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront lower arms rear bushes starting to split

  9. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    746507493852
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  10. Pass76,669 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    76,669 miles
    Test number
    141821273911
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  11. Pass76,562 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,562 miles
    Test number
    469774007563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,656 miles (+805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,656 miles
    Test number
    622719780817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass73,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,851 miles
    Test number
    144021436586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail73,851 miles (+2,384)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,851 miles
    Test number
    552326694743
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) does not face the front (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake binding slightly (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass71,467 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,467 miles
    Test number
    287882227914
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight buckle in nearside front wheel

  16. Fail71,463 miles (+3,705)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,463 miles
    Test number
    799374946611
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisorySlight buckle in nearside front wheel

  17. Pass67,758 miles (+4,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,758 miles
    Test number
    788545315031
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,438 miles (+4,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,438 miles
    Test number
    816372604018
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass58,787 miles (+6,303)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,787 miles
    Test number
    336113803011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,484 miles (+5,757)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,484 miles
    Test number
    385341671480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,727 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,727 miles
    Test number
    180552770281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,597 miles (+5,915)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    782767469224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,682 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,682 miles
    Test number
    354423078488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,652 miles (+5,004)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    794720078240
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,648 miles (+8,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,648 miles
    Test number
    402036777280
    • 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)

  26. Pass21,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,075 miles
    Test number
    120493246155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 EFU

Does LR03 EFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 EFU is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EFU?
The MOT on LR03 EFU is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 EFU done?
LR03 EFU was recorded at 138,640 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 5,841 miles a year.
Has LR03 EFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EFU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR03 EFU 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 LR03 EFU find?
LR03 EFU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak from rocker cover gasket..

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