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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LS03 VEBMOT history

LS03 VEB is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 193,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2023.

LS03 VEB 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 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
193,286 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 VEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 VEB was last recorded at 193,286 miles on 13 Jan 2023, 8,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,169 miles · 13 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,117 miles
Average per year
6,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 193,286 miles
  • 2022 – 185,169 miles
  • 2021 – 178,364 miles
  • 2019 – 170,821 miles
  • 2018 – 168,188 miles
  • 2017 – 161,844 miles
  • 2016 – 153,986 miles
  • 2015 – 148,456 miles
  • 2014 – 139,441 miles
  • 2013 – 126,450 miles
  • 2012 – 116,759 miles
  • 2011 – 114,318 miles
  • 2010 – 110,397 miles
  • 2009 – 105,678 miles
  • 2008 – 100,100 miles
  • 2007 – 95,446 miles
  • 2006 – 87,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,286 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust connection clamps deteriorated

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,286 miles (+8,117)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    193,286 miles
    Test number
    897399008436
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust connection clamps deteriorated

  2. Pass185,169 miles (+6,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    185,169 miles
    Test number
    626740156735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output aim/pattern not very defined. (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass178,364 miles (+7,543)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    178,364 miles
    Test number
    359452496416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp broken, still secure .
    • AdvisoryRear silencer box , heat shield partially insecure.

  4. Pass170,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    170,821 miles
    Test number
    159642990166
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps cracked

  5. Fail170,821 miles (+2,633)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,821 miles
    Test number
    910734208305
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps cracked

  6. Pass168,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    168,188 miles
    Test number
    454863326331
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail168,188 miles (+6,344)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,188 miles
    Test number
    512451474085
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass161,844 miles (+7,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,844 miles
    Test number
    206670560482
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn to legal limit
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn close to wear bars

  9. Pass153,986 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    153,986 miles
    Test number
    851545138154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass148,456 miles (+9,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    148,456 miles
    Test number
    607164195188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass139,441 miles (+12,991)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    139,441 miles
    Test number
    876843094160
    • NoteHandbrake poor

  12. Pass126,450 miles (+9,691)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    126,450 miles
    Test number
    137898073163
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSILL COVERS FITTED
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass116,759 miles (+2,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    116,759 miles
    Test number
    118570802206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass114,318 miles (+3,921)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,318 miles
    Test number
    206640381178
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing slightly on the edges
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have some corrosion

  15. Pass110,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    240591480470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,397 miles (+4,719)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    582669370138
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass105,678 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    105,678 miles
    Test number
    261050789408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,605 miles (+5,505)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,605 miles
    Test number
    672733179100
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  19. Pass100,100 miles (+4,654)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    100,100 miles
    Test number
    370252078138
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has some damage to the outer sidewall
    • NoteRear brake discs have some corrosion
    • NoteRear brake pads have a lot of wear

  20. Pass95,446 miles (+7,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    95,446 miles
    Test number
    520383867149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass87,694 miles (+110)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    87,694 miles
    Test number
    694698936105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail87,584 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,584 miles
    Test number
    564736036174
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LS03 VEB

Does LS03 VEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 VEB expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 VEB?
The MOT on LS03 VEB expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 VEB done?
LS03 VEB was recorded at 193,286 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2023, an average of 6,344 miles a year.
Has LS03 VEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 VEB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LS03 VEB 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 VEB find?
LS03 VEB passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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