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2003 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · LB52 WDR

LB52 WDR

2003 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 84,897 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2003 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
84,897 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
2171cc
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LB52 WDR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
  • 84,897 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LB52 WDR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 14:33
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 3 Series (LB52 WDR) between July 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

LB52 WDR Mileage History

  1. 04/07/202279,767 mi
  2. 16/06/202381,449 mi+1,682 mi
  3. 22/06/202482,637 mi+1,188 mi
  4. 25/06/202583,182 mi+545 mi
  5. 01/07/202684,897 mi+1,715 mi

Average of roughly 1,285 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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