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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LS03 HKBMOT history

LS03 HKB is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 197,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

LS03 HKB 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 5 May 2023
Mileage
197,852 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 HKB was last recorded at 197,852 miles on 6 May 2022, 8,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,640 miles · 12 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
8,212 miles
Average per year
7,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 197,852 miles
  • 2021 – 189,640 miles
  • 2019 – 182,880 miles
  • 2018 – 174,077 miles
  • 2017 – 165,824 miles
  • 2016 – 155,906 miles
  • 2015 – 146,280 miles
  • 2014 – 136,542 miles
  • 2013 – 131,899 miles
  • 2012 – 127,776 miles
  • 2011 – 120,381 miles
  • 2010 – 112,602 miles
  • 2009 – 102,571 miles
  • 2008 – 96,516 miles
  • 2007 – 90,650 miles
  • 2006 – 79,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,852 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,852 miles (+8,212)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    197,852 miles
    Test number
    716483486377
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass189,640 miles (+6,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    189,640 miles
    Test number
    928576414781
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,880 miles (+8,803)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,880 miles
    Test number
    408208438243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass174,077 miles (+8,253)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    174,077 miles
    Test number
    803161069501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass165,824 miles (+9,918)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    165,824 miles
    Test number
    782172713075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,906 miles (+9,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    155,906 miles
    Test number
    604997323573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,280 miles (+9,738)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,280 miles
    Test number
    646838195154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass136,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,542 miles
    Test number
    169906684171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail136,542 miles (+4,643)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,542 miles
    Test number
    359236784108
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass131,899 miles (+9)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    131,899 miles
    Test number
    296687513386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWipers smeary

  11. Fail131,890 miles (+4,114)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,890 miles
    Test number
    995564403333
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWipers smeary

  12. Pass127,776 miles (+7,395)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    127,776 miles
    Test number
    707242592134
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass120,381 miles (+7,779)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,381 miles
    Test number
    489230691169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,602 miles (+10,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,602 miles
    Test number
    804107880172
    • 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. Pass102,571 miles (+6,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    102,571 miles
    Test number
    662421579170
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass96,516 miles (+5,866)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    853671978194
    • NoteCuts in o/s/r tyre sidewall

  17. Pass90,650 miles (+11,008)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    90,650 miles
    Test number
    241420287417
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres has sidewall cuts but no cord or ply showing

  18. Pass79,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    371956286140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,642 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    581156986124
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about LS03 HKB

Does LS03 HKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HKB expired on 5 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HKB?
The MOT on LS03 HKB expired on 5 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HKB done?
LS03 HKB was recorded at 197,852 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 7,465 miles a year.
Has LS03 HKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HKB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on LS03 HKB 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 HKB find?
LS03 HKB passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm on inner edge, and 12 more.

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