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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LR03 HBGMOT history

LR03 HBG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2024.

LR03 HBG 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 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
93,689 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HBG
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
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HBG was last recorded at 93,689 miles on 3 Jul 2024, 241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,448 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
241 miles
Average per year
3,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,689 miles
  • 2023 – 86,475 miles
  • 2022 – 83,167 miles
  • 2021 – 82,728 miles
  • 2020 – 78,518 miles
  • 2019 – 77,321 miles
  • 2018 – 76,061 miles
  • 2017 – 74,758 miles
  • 2016 – 73,239 miles
  • 2015 – 71,696 miles
  • 2014 – 62,558 miles
  • 2013 – 62,147 miles
  • 2012 – 61,542 miles
  • 2011 – 56,013 miles
  • 2010 – 49,449 miles
  • 2009 – 41,652 miles
  • 2008 – 38,450 miles
  • 2007 – 29,620 miles
  • 2006 – 20,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,689 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake low but locked (1.2.1 (b) (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, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,689 miles (+241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,689 miles
    Test number
    351434707778
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake low but locked (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail93,448 miles (+6,973)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,448 miles
    Test number
    728382395418
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass86,475 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,475 miles
    Test number
    741579207196
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail86,465 miles (+3,298)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,465 miles
    Test number
    368805114705
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear of n/s and o/s front inners (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass83,167 miles (+439)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,167 miles
    Test number
    206841544567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass82,728 miles (+4,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    251841334735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass78,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,518 miles
    Test number
    556763254605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,518 miles (+1,197)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,518 miles
    Test number
    565542120305
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both jets (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass77,321 miles (+1,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    338549875851
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass76,061 miles (+1,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,061 miles
    Test number
    180122513904
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass74,758 miles (+1,519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,758 miles
    Test number
    792297927022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass73,239 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    311548449906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,696 miles (+9,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,696 miles
    Test number
    718104285172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass62,558 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,558 miles
    Test number
    698629684101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,147 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,147 miles
    Test number
    206965883290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,542 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,542 miles
    Test number
    319695702341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,013 miles (+6,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,013 miles
    Test number
    385846901383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,449 miles (+7,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,449 miles
    Test number
    370173010352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,652 miles (+3,202)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,652 miles
    Test number
    431085919361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,450 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,450 miles
    Test number
    961737038363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,400 miles (+5,780)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,400 miles
    Test number
    892561358016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,620 miles (+8,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    630076247056
    • NoteFull engine tray fitted.
  23. Pass20,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,926 miles
    Test number
    970442256098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR03 HBG

Does LR03 HBG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HBG expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HBG?
The MOT on LR03 HBG expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HBG done?
LR03 HBG was recorded at 93,689 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2024, an average of 3,963 miles a year.
Has LR03 HBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HBG has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR03 HBG 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 HBG find?
LR03 HBG passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: offside brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake low but locked.

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