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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LS03 HHDMOT history

LS03 HHD is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 168,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2024.

LS03 HHD 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 12 Nov 2025
Mileage
168,564 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 HHD was last recorded at 168,564 miles on 2 Nov 2024, 6,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,881 miles · 28 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6,683 miles
Average per year
6,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,564 miles
  • 2023 – 161,881 miles
  • 2022 – 158,572 miles
  • 2021 – 154,417 miles
  • 2020 – 150,793 miles
  • 2019 – 141,311 miles
  • 2018 – 136,874 miles
  • 2017 – 132,287 miles
  • 2016 – 129,849 miles
  • 2015 – 125,968 miles
  • 2014 – 119,102 miles
  • 2013 – 110,364 miles
  • 2012 – 100,379 miles
  • 2011 – 90,908 miles
  • 2010 – 81,870 miles
  • 2009 – 69,246 miles
  • 2008 – 57,402 miles
  • 2007 – 53,152 miles
  • 2006 – 44,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,564 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,564 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,564 miles
    Test number
    216929013616
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,564 miles (+6,683)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,564 miles
    Test number
    384788003285
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,881 miles (+3,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    161,881 miles
    Test number
    233466947114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass158,572 miles (+4,155)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,572 miles
    Test number
    891928693599
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,417 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    154,417 miles
    Test number
    207426538065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,793 miles (+9,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    150,793 miles
    Test number
    128046016112
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass141,311 miles (+4,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,311 miles
    Test number
    392359791242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass136,874 miles (+4,587)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,874 miles
    Test number
    318604838539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,287 miles (+2,438)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,287 miles
    Test number
    847483485153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass129,849 miles (+3,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    129,849 miles
    Test number
    557213997024
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryTyres wearing on inside edges

  11. Pass125,968 miles (+6,866)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,968 miles
    Test number
    505967425146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass119,102 miles (+8,738)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,102 miles
    Test number
    277110704432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,364 miles (+9,985)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,364 miles
    Test number
    299241303470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front road wheel inside edge slightly dented
    • NoteNearside rear road wheel inside egde slightly dented
    • NoteOffside rear road wheel inside edge slightly dented

  14. Pass100,379 miles (+11)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,379 miles
    Test number
    348759302191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front road wheel inside edge slightly dented
    • NoteOffside front road wheel inside edge slightly dented

  15. Fail100,368 miles (+9,460)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,368 miles
    Test number
    979177402176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front road wheel inside edge slightly dented
    • NoteOffside front road wheel inside edge slightly dented

  16. Pass90,908 miles (+9,038)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,908 miles
    Test number
    268345091019
    • NoteStone chip windscreen

  17. Pass81,870 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,870 miles
    Test number
    212505700147
    • NoteRear number plate damaged

  18. Fail81,870 miles (+12,624)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,870 miles
    Test number
    350683900192
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate damaged

  19. Pass69,246 miles (+11,844)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    69,246 miles
    Test number
    850370329041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,402 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,402 miles
    Test number
    711558638055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,152 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,152 miles
    Test number
    641838137166
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE DAMAGE
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Fail53,152 miles (+8,929)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,152 miles
    Test number
    761208137139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront number plate damage

  23. Pass44,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,223 miles
    Test number
    174478336102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 HHD

Does LS03 HHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HHD expired on 12 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HHD?
The MOT on LS03 HHD expired on 12 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HHD done?
LS03 HHD was recorded at 168,564 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2024, an average of 6,735 miles a year.
Has LS03 HHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HHD has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS03 HHD 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 HHD find?
LS03 HHD passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2024 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, and 1 more.

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