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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,900 cc

LR03 WLVMOT history

LR03 WLV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 159,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

LR03 WLV 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 8 Nov 2022
Mileage
159,306 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 WLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 WLV was last recorded at 159,306 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 5,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,342 miles · 9 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,964 miles
Average per year
8,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 159,306 miles
  • 2020 – 153,342 miles
  • 2019 – 149,396 miles
  • 2018 – 130,842 miles
  • 2017 – 125,376 miles
  • 2016 – 117,920 miles
  • 2015 – 109,397 miles
  • 2014 – 103,216 miles
  • 2013 – 96,893 miles
  • 2012 – 89,436 miles
  • 2011 – 79,473 miles
  • 2010 – 68,942 miles
  • 2009 – 53,625 miles
  • 2008 – 49,627 miles
  • 2007 – 41,191 miles
  • 2006 – 34,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,306 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,306 miles (+5,964)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    159,306 miles
    Test number
    588492450726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,342 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,342 miles
    Test number
    270783941373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    149,396 miles
    Test number
    933685544166
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  4. Fail149,396 miles (+18,554)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,396 miles
    Test number
    196079582830
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  5. Pass130,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    130,842 miles
    Test number
    463454852511
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail130,842 miles (+5,466)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,842 miles
    Test number
    326234648352
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass125,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    125,376 miles
    Test number
    363646462376
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  8. Fail125,376 miles (+7,456)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,376 miles
    Test number
    991498645612
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  9. Pass117,920 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,920 miles
    Test number
    525890371200
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Fail117,918 miles (+8,521)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,918 miles
    Test number
    544448112791
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Pass109,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    365137406681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,396 miles (+6,180)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,396 miles
    Test number
    744437408012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  13. Pass103,216 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,216 miles
    Test number
    335085894221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,214 miles (+6,321)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,214 miles
    Test number
    285074794286
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres near legal limit

  15. Pass96,893 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,893 miles
    Test number
    289405003391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,436 miles (+9,963)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,436 miles
    Test number
    165619512392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,473 miles
    Test number
    899878111354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail79,473 miles (+10,531)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,473 miles
    Test number
    366408411320
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass68,942 miles (+15,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,942 miles
    Test number
    111320620307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass53,625 miles (+3,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,625 miles
    Test number
    783038219122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass49,627 miles (+8,436)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,627 miles
    Test number
    912919428131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass41,191 miles (+6,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,191 miles
    Test number
    224420837110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass34,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,671 miles
    Test number
    591130036169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 WLV

Does LR03 WLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 WLV expired on 8 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 WLV?
The MOT on LR03 WLV expired on 8 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 WLV done?
LR03 WLV was recorded at 159,306 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021, an average of 8,040 miles a year.
Has LR03 WLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 WLV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LR03 WLV 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 WLV find?
LR03 WLV passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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