The road tax status for LR03 OSZ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LR03 OSZ?

The MOT for LR03 OSZ is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of LR03 OSZ?

The recorded mileage for LR03 OSZ is 160,583 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LR03 OSZ ULEZ compliant?

No, LR03 OSZ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does LR03 OSZ have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, LR03 OSZ is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2003 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · LR03 OSZ

LR03 OSZ

2003 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 160,583 miles. MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2003 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 13 Dec 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 160,583 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

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Year

2003

Engine

2171cc

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LR03 OSZ Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 14/12/2024
160,583 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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LR03 OSZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Oct 2026, 21:29

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 3 Series (LR03 OSZ) between April 2006 and December 2024.

The record contains 20 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 14 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 38 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.

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LR03 OSZ Mileage History

29/04/200616,451 mi
04/05/200616,556 mi+105 mi
12/03/200720,482 mi+3,926 mi
12/03/200827,904 mi+7,422 mi
11/03/200934,584 mi+6,680 mi
12/03/201038,890 mi+4,306 mi
08/03/201143,948 mi+5,058 mi
20/06/201144,765 mi+817 mi
15/06/201250,552 mi+5,787 mi
06/06/201357,436 mi+6,884 mi
17/06/201357,436 mi
24/10/201463,466 mi+6,030 mi
24/10/201463,466 mi
05/11/201568,029 mi+4,563 mi
02/11/201674,684 mi+6,655 mi
19/10/201782,640 mi+7,956 mi
03/11/201890,628 mi+7,988 mi
03/11/201890,628 mi
28/10/2019106,798 mi+16,170 mi
28/10/2019106,799 mi+1 mi
04/11/2020125,099 mi+18,300 mi
04/12/2021138,069 mi+12,970 mi
14/11/2022139,790 mi+1,721 mi
16/11/2022139,790 mi
02/12/2023148,921 mi+9,131 mi
14/12/2024160,583 mi+11,662 mi
14/12/2024160,583 mi

Average of roughly 7,737 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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