BC03BVV

BMW 3 SERIES

2003 · Silver · Diesel · 1,995 cc · Saloon

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MOT

Not valid

Expires 15 Jun 2019 (2681 days overdue)

Tax

Untaxed

Due 01 Jun 2019

Mileage

157,469 mi

At MOT on 16 Jun 2018

Outstanding safety recall. The DVSA reports an active manufacturer recall that has not been completed. Repairs are free at any main dealer. Check recall details

About BC03BVV

Registration BC03BVV is a 2003 silver BMW 3 SERIES with a 1,995cc diesel engine. The vehicle is approximately 23 years old and therefore requires an annual MOT test.

The MOT for BC03BVV expired on 15 June 2019, 2681 days ago. The vehicle cannot legally be driven on public roads except to a pre-booked MOT appointment.

The DVLA shows this vehicle as Untaxed. Driving an untaxed vehicle on a public road can result in a fine of up to £1,000 and possible clamping.

The vehicle has 13 MOT tests on record, including 10 passes and 3 failures, with 42 defects or advisories noted across the history.

Latest recorded mileage was 157,469 miles on 16 June 2018. The vehicle has covered an average of 8,038 miles per year across its MOT history, which is in line with the UK average.

CO₂ emissions are rated at 153 g/km.

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MOT History 13 tests

Recorded mileage and result at each MOT test Pass Fail

MOT test number: 970670600980
Expiry date: 15 Jun 2019
Mileage recorded: 157,469 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

MOT test number: 311870367044
Expiry date: 13 Nov 2016
Mileage recorded: 150,003 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

MOT test number: 187898714322
Expiry date: 13 Nov 2015
Mileage recorded: 135,389 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

ADVISORY Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

ADVISORY Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

MOT test number: 759561093230
Expiry date: 04 Nov 2014
Mileage recorded: 131,999 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

USER ENTERED Oil leak

USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

USER ENTERED Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

USER ENTERED Nail in offside front tyre

MOT test number: 908487083272
Mileage recorded: 131,990 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

FAIL Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

FAIL Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

USER ENTERED Oil leak

USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

USER ENTERED Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

MOT test number: 478040812356
Expiry date: 04 Nov 2013
Mileage recorded: 113,353 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

USER ENTERED stone chips front screen

USER ENTERED nearside front wheel arch corroded

USER ENTERED front brake discs slightly corroded

USER ENTERED exhaust system slightly corroded

MOT test number: 210461419253
Mileage recorded: 89,438 MI
Registration at time of test: BC03BVV
Data source: DVSA

FAIL Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

FAIL Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

ADVISORY Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle specifications

Model: 3 SERIES
Body Type: Saloon
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Engine Size: 1,995 cc
First Registered: Jul 2003
First Used on Road: 18 Jul 2003
CO2 Emissions: 153 g/km
Wheelplan: 2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Type Approval: M1
Last V5C Issued: 10 Jan 2017
Safety Recall: Yes (action required)
Export Marker: No

What this Bmw costs to run

Based on live UK average diesel (b7) prices and the official CO2 figure.

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Fuel economy: 48.9 mpg; From 153 g/km CO2
Cost per mile: 18.5p; At 198.9p/litre
Fill-up: £119.33; Approx. 60L tank
Yearly fuel: £1,367; At 7,400 miles/year

Estimates use the official CO2 figure with a real-world correction. Fuel price is the UK average from 8118 forecourts via the GOV.UK Fuel Finder scheme. Real-world MPG can vary by 10-15%.

Data from DVLA & DVSA. For personal use only, always verify independently before purchase decisions. Last updated 17 Sep 2026 at 11:13.