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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LS03 HGPMOT history

LS03 HGP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2022.

LS03 HGP black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2023
Mileage
153,141 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HGP
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
1 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 HGP was last recorded at 153,141 miles on 25 Oct 2022, 4,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,538 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,603 miles
Average per year
5,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,141 miles
  • 2021 – 148,538 miles
  • 2020 – 144,645 miles
  • 2019 – 135,158 miles
  • 2018 – 133,757 miles
  • 2017 – 132,193 miles
  • 2016 – 125,858 miles
  • 2015 – 119,974 miles
  • 2014 – 118,096 miles
  • 2013 – 105,809 miles
  • 2012 – 102,698 miles
  • 2011 – 98,814 miles
  • 2010 – 93,120 miles
  • 2009 – 86,017 miles
  • 2008 – 80,147 miles
  • 2007 – 68,902 miles
  • 2006 – 56,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,141 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,141 miles (+4,603)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,141 miles
    Test number
    969216679410
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass148,538 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,538 miles
    Test number
    766266204809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail148,511 miles (+3,866)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,511 miles
    Test number
    345967160636
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass144,645 miles (+9,487)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,645 miles
    Test number
    463032213541
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass135,158 miles (+35)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,158 miles
    Test number
    990841606182
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail135,123 miles (+1,366)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,123 miles
    Test number
    732113953655
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass133,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,757 miles
    Test number
    373311727608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail133,757 miles (+1,564)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,757 miles
    Test number
    191409033312
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass132,193 miles (+6,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,193 miles
    Test number
    233170831813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pre Flexi (Cleaned and under sealed as preventative maintenance (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pre Flexi (Cleaned and under sealed as preventative maintenance (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass125,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    125,858 miles
    Test number
    102740918817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail125,858 miles (+5,884)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,858 miles
    Test number
    336691117285
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Replace dim bulb (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass119,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,974 miles
    Test number
    476134376955
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail119,974 miles (+1,878)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,974 miles
    Test number
    609361997264
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass118,096 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    118,096 miles
    Test number
    997982864266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,061 miles (+12,252)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,061 miles
    Test number
    269044554247
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass105,809 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,809 miles
    Test number
    967079423128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,698 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,698 miles
    Test number
    699880132116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,814 miles (+5,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,814 miles
    Test number
    868301731113
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light on constantly

  19. Pass93,120 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,120 miles
    Test number
    760007520186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage on o/s/front tyre outer wall

  20. Fail93,117 miles (+7,100)4 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,117 miles
    Test number
    870904720180
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage on o/s/front tyre outer wall

  21. Pass86,017 miles (+5,870)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,017 miles
    Test number
    811499519124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,147 miles (+11,245)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    994517118285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,902 miles (+12,515)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    784019217294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

  24. Pass56,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    243496536123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 HGP

Does LS03 HGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HGP expired on 24 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HGP?
The MOT on LS03 HGP expired on 24 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HGP done?
LS03 HGP was recorded at 153,141 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2022, an average of 5,884 miles a year.
Has LS03 HGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HGP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS03 HGP 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 LS03 HGP find?
LS03 HGP passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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