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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,398 cc

LR03 EYVMOT history

LR03 EYV is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 92,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2024
Mileage
92,249 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EYV was last recorded at 92,249 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,112 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
4,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,249 miles
  • 2022 – 92,112 miles
  • 2020 – 91,875 miles
  • 2018 – 90,468 miles
  • 2017 – 83,937 miles
  • 2016 – 76,243 miles
  • 2010 – 42,883 miles
  • 2009 – 35,306 miles
  • 2008 – 25,117 miles
  • 2007 – 13,229 miles
  • 2006 – 9,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,249 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front slight play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear diff leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,249 miles (+137)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,249 miles
    Test number
    277433404037
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Pass92,112 miles (+237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,112 miles
    Test number
    460352296500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,875 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,875 miles
    Test number
    223260739394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail91,872 miles (+1,404)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,872 miles
    Test number
    568975554024
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass90,468 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,468 miles
    Test number
    521485502055
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear suspension bushes both sides

  6. Fail90,468 miles (+6,531)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,468 miles
    Test number
    337279591985
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear suspension bushes both sides

  7. Pass83,937 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    529013912891
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted preventing inspection of seat and seat belt
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake is slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

  8. Fail83,937 miles (+7,694)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    456312694581
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted preventing inspection of seat and seat belt
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake is slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

  9. Pass76,243 miles (+33,360)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,243 miles
    Test number
    260557414707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,883 miles (+7,577)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    772775870130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,306 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,306 miles
    Test number
    953854679105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,277 miles (+10,160)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,277 miles
    Test number
    571741479159
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  13. Pass25,117 miles (+11,888)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,117 miles
    Test number
    424540888142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,229 miles (+3,760)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,229 miles
    Test number
    510509567044
    • NoteBoth rear indicators faded
    • NoteN/s side washer jet weak

  15. Fail9,469 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,469 miles
    Test number
    171736276033
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise minor cuts offside rear tyre not showing cords

  16. Pass9,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,469 miles
    Test number
    783006176035
    • NoteAdvise minor cuts offside rear tyre not showing cords

Questions about LR03 EYV

Does LR03 EYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 EYV expired on 14 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EYV?
The MOT on LR03 EYV expired on 14 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 EYV done?
LR03 EYV was recorded at 92,249 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 4,871 miles a year.
Has LR03 EYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EYV has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LR03 EYV 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 EYV find?
LR03 EYV passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4; rear registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off.

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