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BMW 316

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS03 YDBMOT history

LS03 YDB is a grey petrol BMW 316 first used on 15 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2025.

LS03 YDB 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 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
132,977 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 YDB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 YDB was last recorded at 132,977 miles on 8 Aug 2025, 3,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,911 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,066 miles
Average per year
4,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,977 miles
  • 2022 – 129,911 miles
  • 2021 – 124,911 miles
  • 2019 – 115,899 miles
  • 2018 – 109,598 miles
  • 2016 – 109,587 miles
  • 2015 – 106,889 miles
  • 2014 – 103,101 miles
  • 2013 – 98,173 miles
  • 2012 – 93,452 miles
  • 2011 – 84,894 miles
  • 2010 – 77,258 miles
  • 2009 – 69,730 miles
  • 2008 – 63,662 miles
  • 2007 – 53,227 miles
  • 2006 – 42,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,977 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,977 miles (+3,066)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,977 miles
    Test number
    383412950401
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass129,911 miles (+5,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,911 miles
    Test number
    760704735803
    • AdvisorySlight hand-brake travel
  3. Pass124,911 miles (+9,012)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,911 miles
    Test number
    800814150128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,899 miles (+70)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,899 miles
    Test number
    894785916056
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail115,829 miles (+145)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    669993728892
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Fail115,684 miles (+6,086)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,684 miles
    Test number
    154702737242
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass109,598 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,598 miles
    Test number
    305919679049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass109,587 miles (+2,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,587 miles
    Test number
    237536435077
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass106,889 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,889 miles
    Test number
    394111494695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,101 miles (+4,928)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,101 miles
    Test number
    505782744369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,173 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,173 miles
    Test number
    245213843358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,452 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,452 miles
    Test number
    189595642362
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass93,452 miles (+8,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,452 miles
    Test number
    596255842303
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass84,894 miles (+7,636)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    84,894 miles
    Test number
    598210241347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,258 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    604147340322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,730 miles (+6,068)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    983791649369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,662 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,662 miles
    Test number
    592134548300
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NotePlay in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes
  18. Fail63,662 miles (+10,435)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,662 miles
    Test number
    854893148367
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NotePlay in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes
  19. Pass53,227 miles (+9,515)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,227 miles
    Test number
    392877777289
    • NoteSLIGHT MOVEMENT IN O/SN/S FRONT WISHBNE BUSHES
  20. Pass43,712 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,712 miles
    Test number
    851559307096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,479 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    262551266113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    811737156155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,476 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    634853756122
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS03 YDB

Does LS03 YDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 YDB expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 YDB?
The MOT on LS03 YDB expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 YDB done?
LS03 YDB was recorded at 132,977 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2025, an average of 4,717 miles a year.
Has LS03 YDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 YDB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LS03 YDB 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 YDB find?
LS03 YDB passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 3 more.

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