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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LR03 WJYMOT history

LR03 WJY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

LR03 WJY 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 28 Jul 2022
Mileage
125,480 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 WJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 WJY was last recorded at 125,480 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,408 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
5,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,480 miles
  • 2021 – 125,408 miles
  • 2020 – 125,092 miles
  • 2019 – 120,396 miles
  • 2017 – 119,384 miles
  • 2016 – 112,884 miles
  • 2015 – 109,115 miles
  • 2014 – 103,613 miles
  • 2013 – 98,523 miles
  • 2012 – 98,133 miles
  • 2011 – 91,573 miles
  • 2009 – 80,681 miles
  • 2008 – 62,536 miles
  • 2007 – 46,374 miles
  • 2006 – 35,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,480 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,480 miles (+72)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,480 miles
    Test number
    598909307473
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,408 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    125,408 miles
    Test number
    793259732564
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  3. Fail125,408 miles (+316)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,408 miles
    Test number
    215377788187
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Pass125,092 miles (+4,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,092 miles
    Test number
    840143645304
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass120,396 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,396 miles
    Test number
    319562400026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,384 miles (+6,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,384 miles
    Test number
    511674114088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass112,884 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,884 miles
    Test number
    612297567504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,115 miles (+5,502)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,115 miles
    Test number
    606493985189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass103,613 miles (+5,090)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,613 miles
    Test number
    347487364138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise renewal of rear number plate
    • NoteDamage evident under o/s front wing

  10. Pass98,523 miles (+390)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,523 miles
    Test number
    516955283163
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass98,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    245477012332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,133 miles (+6,560)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    819627012312
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass91,573 miles (+10,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,573 miles
    Test number
    919228261145
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Pass80,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    80,681 miles
    Test number
    473856909425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,673 miles (+18,137)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,673 miles
    Test number
    974056409352
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass62,536 miles (+16,162)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    141704338182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,374 miles (+11,029)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    881151427102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,345 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,345 miles
    Test number
    290683406127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,589 miles
    Test number
    543099366056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 WJY

Does LR03 WJY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 WJY expired on 28 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 WJY?
The MOT on LR03 WJY expired on 28 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 WJY done?
LR03 WJY was recorded at 125,480 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 5,220 miles a year.
Has LR03 WJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 WJY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 WJY 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 WJY find?
LR03 WJY failed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 8 more.

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