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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LR03 WVZMOT history

LR03 WVZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 95,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2024.

LR03 WVZ grey 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 15 Oct 2025
Mileage
95,707 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 WVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 WVZ was last recorded at 95,707 miles on 16 Oct 2024, 2,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,353 miles · 26 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,354 miles
Average per year
3,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,707 miles
  • 2023 – 93,353 miles
  • 2022 – 90,381 miles
  • 2021 – 88,783 miles
  • 2020 – 87,992 miles
  • 2019 – 81,523 miles
  • 2018 – 79,001 miles
  • 2017 – 72,705 miles
  • 2015 – 70,152 miles
  • 2014 – 62,735 miles
  • 2013 – 57,933 miles
  • 2012 – 53,093 miles
  • 2010 – 45,619 miles
  • 2009 – 39,999 miles
  • 2008 – 36,253 miles
  • 2007 – 32,457 miles
  • 2006 – 27,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,707 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.

  • Alternator belt idler collapsed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,707 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,707 miles
    Test number
    262721344946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,353 miles (+2,972)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,353 miles
    Test number
    469624214099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,381 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,381 miles
    Test number
    557050129228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,783 miles (+791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,783 miles
    Test number
    843418119647
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    875080812865
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES N/S/F +O/S/F (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES N/S/F + O/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDE N/S/F + O/S/F (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail87,988 miles (+6,465)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,988 miles
    Test number
    516882919982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES N/S/F +O/S/F (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES N/S/F + O/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDE N/S/F + O/S/F (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass81,523 miles (+4)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,523 miles
    Test number
    745483983018
    • DangerousAlternator belt idler collapsed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake readings lower than Nearside

  8. Fail81,519 miles (+2,518)2 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,519 miles
    Test number
    897353889374
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousAlternator belt idler collapsed
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured headlight wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,001 miles (+6,296)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    396940380613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,705 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,705 miles
    Test number
    990332641865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,699 miles (+2,547)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,699 miles
    Test number
    997774204663
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-40-18 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    688543244723
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail70,152 miles (+6,962)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    816608161953
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 40 18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass63,190 miles (+455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    735677925081
    • 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)

  15. Pass62,735 miles (+4,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,735 miles
    Test number
    828370234339
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass57,933 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,933 miles
    Test number
    699367133362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,093 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,093 miles
    Test number
    786479272211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,486 miles (+4,867)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    458399412085
    • 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)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON

  19. Pass45,619 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,619 miles
    Test number
    530362440319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,999 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,999 miles
    Test number
    161387829355
    • NoteNear side front tyre outer wall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer wall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords

  21. Fail39,999 miles (+3,746)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,999 miles
    Test number
    802437629326
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNear side front tyre outer wall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer wall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords

  22. Pass36,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,253 miles
    Test number
    194310638328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,253 miles (+3,796)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,253 miles
    Test number
    404210838345
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  24. Pass32,457 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,457 miles
    Test number
    920421447399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,879 miles
    Test number
    121926046311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,876 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,876 miles
    Test number
    152536546337
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR03 WVZ

Does LR03 WVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 WVZ expired on 15 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 WVZ?
The MOT on LR03 WVZ expired on 15 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 WVZ done?
LR03 WVZ was recorded at 95,707 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2024, an average of 3,801 miles a year.
Has LR03 WVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 WVZ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LR03 WVZ 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 WVZ find?
LR03 WVZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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