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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LS03 YTYMOT history

LS03 YTY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

LS03 YTY blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2023
Mileage
105,640 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 YTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS03 YTY was last recorded at 105,640 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 2,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,882 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,758 miles
Average per year
4,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,640 miles
  • 2022 – 102,882 miles
  • 2021 – 99,656 miles
  • 2020 – 95,857 miles
  • 2019 – 91,868 miles
  • 2018 – 88,303 miles
  • 2017 – 85,293 miles
  • 2016 – 81,997 miles
  • 2015 – 72,641 miles
  • 2014 – 66,824 miles
  • 2013 – 61,418 miles
  • 2012 – 55,538 miles
  • 2011 – 51,271 miles
  • 2010 – 41,351 miles
  • 2009 – 31,760 miles
  • 2008 – 31,139 miles
  • 2007 – 30,675 miles
  • 2006 – 29,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,640 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,640 miles (+2,758)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,640 miles
    Test number
    778052567258
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass102,882 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,882 miles
    Test number
    439263343221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail102,881 miles (+3,225)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    643124208835
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,656 miles (+3,799)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,656 miles
    Test number
    717399401711
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake little reserve travel & just met requirements 16%
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass95,857 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,857 miles
    Test number
    430223312181
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Fail95,856 miles (+3,988)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,856 miles
    Test number
    629721327205
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 186 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Pass91,868 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,868 miles
    Test number
    936500067688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,303 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,303 miles
    Test number
    550205106653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,293 miles (+3,296)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,293 miles
    Test number
    652596231843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,997 miles (+9,356)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,997 miles
    Test number
    159527515158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,641 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,641 miles
    Test number
    995393415112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,824 miles (+5,406)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,824 miles
    Test number
    605498494012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,418 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,418 miles
    Test number
    697663323177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,162 miles (+5,624)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    449763313187
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass55,538 miles (+4,267)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    269744212160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,271 miles (+9,920)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,271 miles
    Test number
    225258911122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,351 miles (+9,591)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,351 miles
    Test number
    633275600103
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on front tyres

  18. Pass31,760 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,760 miles
    Test number
    163170629100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,139 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,139 miles
    Test number
    984924098148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,675 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,675 miles
    Test number
    112085797127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,874 miles
    Test number
    603365716269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 YTY

Does LS03 YTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 YTY expired on 27 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 YTY?
The MOT on LS03 YTY expired on 27 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 YTY done?
LS03 YTY was recorded at 105,640 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023, an average of 4,442 miles a year.
Has LS03 YTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 YTY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 YTY 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 YTY find?
LS03 YTY failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 8 more.

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