BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LR03 ZXGMOT history

LR03 ZXG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 153,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2024.

LR03 ZXG silver 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 10 Nov 2024
Mileage
153,877 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,132 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR03 ZXG in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 ZXG was last recorded at 153,877 miles on 8 Oct 2024, 4,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,831 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,046 miles
Average per year
6,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,877 miles
  • 2023 – 149,831 miles
  • 2022 – 146,277 miles
  • 2021 – 142,235 miles
  • 2020 – 139,760 miles
  • 2019 – 137,336 miles
  • 2018 – 133,765 miles
  • 2017 – 129,913 miles
  • 2016 – 126,331 miles
  • 2015 – 89,854 miles
  • 2014 – 88,597 miles
  • 2013 – 84,305 miles
  • 2012 – 80,339 miles
  • 2011 – 75,415 miles
  • 2010 – 69,240 miles
  • 2009 – 64,672 miles
  • 2008 – 57,487 miles
  • 2007 – 46,989 miles
  • 2006 – 40,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,877 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,877 miles (+4,046)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,877 miles
    Test number
    531912896640
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,831 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    149,831 miles
    Test number
    446094045273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion not excessive

  3. Fail149,799 miles (+3,522)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,799 miles
    Test number
    172610531444
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass146,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,277 miles
    Test number
    807570853269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail146,277 miles (+4,042)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,277 miles
    Test number
    235159461589
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass142,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,235 miles
    Test number
    544937244884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail142,235 miles (+2,475)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,235 miles
    Test number
    786135650302
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass139,760 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,760 miles
    Test number
    959444280281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail139,744 miles (+2,408)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,744 miles
    Test number
    367459166142
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass137,336 miles (+3,571)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,336 miles
    Test number
    990745677385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  11. Pass133,765 miles (+3,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,765 miles
    Test number
    722740759131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,913 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    580434807612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,331 miles (+36,477)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,331 miles
    Test number
    198573365575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,854 miles (+1,257)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,854 miles
    Test number
    515761765142
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split on edge

  15. Pass88,597 miles (+4,292)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,597 miles
    Test number
    949860224141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass84,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,305 miles
    Test number
    925193493067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail84,305 miles (+3,966)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,305 miles
    Test number
    908563193062
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail80,339 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,339 miles
    Test number
    627039272039
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass80,339 miles (+4,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,339 miles
    Test number
    705669272055
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  20. Pass75,415 miles (+6,175)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,415 miles
    Test number
    628855791025
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass69,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,240 miles
    Test number
    231373110164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,240 miles (+4,568)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,240 miles
    Test number
    184930010178
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,672 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    384734319198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,581 miles (+7,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,581 miles
    Test number
    432170319178
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass57,487 miles (+10,498)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    210955018496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,989 miles (+6,767)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,989 miles
    Test number
    763486787008
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE & OUTSIDE EDGES

  27. Pass40,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,222 miles
    Test number
    923686086062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,222 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,222 miles
    Test number
    433616386015
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR03 ZXG

Does LR03 ZXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 ZXG expired on 10 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZXG?
The MOT on LR03 ZXG expired on 10 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 ZXG done?
LR03 ZXG was recorded at 153,877 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2024, an average of 6,132 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZXG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZXG 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 ZXG find?
LR03 ZXG failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2024 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LR03Z registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.