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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LU03 BNKMOT history

LU03 BNK is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 100,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2025.

LU03 BNK 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 Jan 2026
Mileage
100,457 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 BNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 BNK was last recorded at 100,457 miles on 6 Jan 2025, 4,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,317 miles · 19 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,140 miles
Average per year
4,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,457 miles
  • 2023 – 96,317 miles
  • 2022 – 93,508 miles
  • 2021 – 92,468 miles
  • 2020 – 91,126 miles
  • 2019 – 88,415 miles
  • 2018 – 85,447 miles
  • 2017 – 82,098 miles
  • 2016 – 77,793 miles
  • 2015 – 74,532 miles
  • 2014 – 70,167 miles
  • 2013 – 63,324 miles
  • 2012 – 58,184 miles
  • 2011 – 49,676 miles
  • 2010 – 43,058 miles
  • 2009 – 35,310 miles
  • 2008 – 28,306 miles
  • 2007 – 22,037 miles
  • 2006 – 16,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,457 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,457 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,457 miles
    Test number
    350722769058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,317 miles (+2,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    96,317 miles
    Test number
    629790723076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass93,508 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,508 miles
    Test number
    856629928173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,468 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    628348896259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,126 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,126 miles
    Test number
    822591359242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,415 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,415 miles
    Test number
    218569868391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,447 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    708881661993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    889801480390
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  9. Fail82,095 miles (+4,302)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,095 miles
    Test number
    420522260087
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass77,793 miles (+3,261)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,793 miles
    Test number
    631165824235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,532 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,532 miles
    Test number
    658636155177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,167 miles
    Test number
    539969964121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,167 miles (+6,843)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,167 miles
    Test number
    769999764158
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass63,324 miles (+5,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    478039463156
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass58,184 miles (+8,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,184 miles
    Test number
    396540072143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass49,676 miles (+6,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,676 miles
    Test number
    205305561164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass43,058 miles (+7,748)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,058 miles
    Test number
    212357860129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,310 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,310 miles
    Test number
    950443469103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail35,309 miles (+7,003)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,309 miles
    Test number
    482372769127
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass28,306 miles (+6,269)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,306 miles
    Test number
    383200378125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass22,037 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,037 miles
    Test number
    582377357184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,810 miles
    Test number
    974911376155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 BNK

Does LU03 BNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU03 BNK expired on 5 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU03 BNK?
The MOT on LU03 BNK expired on 5 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU03 BNK done?
LU03 BNK was recorded at 100,457 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2025, an average of 4,510 miles a year.
Has LU03 BNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 BNK has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on LU03 BNK 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 LU03 BNK find?
LU03 BNK passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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